Sovereign Heritage Crime - 9781009611862

Name: Sovereign Heritage Crime - 9781009611862
Brand: Cambridge University Press

Cambridge University Press

Explore the intricate relationship between security, autocracy, and the material past with "Sovereign Heritage Crime." This compelling book delves into how powerful regimes manipulate and control historical artifacts and heritage sites to maintain their authority and shape national narratives. Discover the methods employed by autocratic governments to secure their power by controlling the past, and understand the profound impact this has on societal identity and historical understanding. Essential reading for those interested in political science, history, and cultural studies. Key themes include: * The weaponization of heritage in authoritarian states * The impact of autocracy on historical preservation * The link between security and the control of the past * Case studies of sovereign heritage crime Sovereign Heritage Crime: Security, Autocracy, and the Material Past by Simon Maghakyan offers a critical examination of how heritage is used and abused in the pursuit of political power. This paperback edition provides in-depth analysis for academics and general readers alike.